One Mission: End Homelessness.
Starting September 16th, 2025, Hope the Mission’s President Rowan Vansleve will take on the incredible challenge of running 50 full marathons in 90 days to raise money and awareness for those experiencing homelessness in Los Angeles. We’re calling on all local running enthusiasts—and even those who aren’t athletes—to join us in this life changing campaign!
It will be a grueling 1,310 miles in just 90 days. Rowan will run the same 6.55-mile course at Hansen Dam Loop, repeated four times per marathon. There will be no fanfare—just Rowan, a trunk full of supplies, and a dedicated team of runners, all united by the mission to fight homelessness.
Rowan can’t do this alone—he’ll need your support to keep his feet hitting the pavement and make this challenge a success!
Ways to Help
This campaign is about pushing limits to change lives. Every run raises funds to provide shelter, housing, meals, and support. But we can’t do it without you.
Here’s how you can be part of it:
- Donate whatever you can or sponsor a marathon for $2,620 or co-sponsor one for $1,310.
- Become a fundraising runner—commit to running one marathon, two, or whatever distance you choose, and raise support for the mission.
- Join any marathon run but especially Saturday’s Community Run—walk, jog, or run alongside Rowan. All levels welcome. Check out the calendar below to sign up!
- Step up as a major sponsor—help power this campaign at scale and show your brand stands for impact.
- Learn more about Rowan Vansleve!
This is more than a challenge. It’s a call to action. Join us. Move with us. Help bring people home.
From September 16 to December 12, 2025, Rowan will run 1,310 miles—four marathons a week, every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Each run takes place on a 6.55-mile loop course at Hansen Dam. The loop design allows Rowan to refuel at a simple aid station—his car’s trunk—and invites others to join him at any distance:
• Full marathon (26.2 mi)
• Half (13.1 mi)
• Quarter (6.55 mi)
• Or walk a mile and show support
This isn’t just a physical challenge—it’s a call for community. More runners. More visibility. More impact.
Join Rowan and the Hope team on the road starting September 16th—every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday.
Meet point:
Hansen Dam (parking lot next to the Discovery Cube)
Pacoima, CA 91331
Whether you walk a few miles or run a full marathon, every step adds strength to the movement. Everyone and every ability welcome.
Weekend Run Schedule (Saturday & Sunday):
- Full Marathon: 6:00 AM
- Half Marathon: 9:00 AM
- Quarter Marathon: 10:30 AM
- Finish Line Celebration: 11:00 AM
Weekday Run Schedule (Tuesday & Thursday):
- Full Marathon: 5:00 AM
- Half Marathon: 8:00 AM
- Quarter Marathon: 9:30 AM
- Finish Line Celebration: 10:00 AM
Show up. Bring a friend.
Because it’s better to run together—and no one should face homelessness alone.
For more details email Run@hopethemission.org.
FAQ
Hansen Dam Recreation Area, Valley LA.
No. Just show up and run any distance. But registering at this link allows us to prepare hydration nutrition.
Yes. Every pace is welcome.
Click the sponsor link to donate $2,620. We’ll recognize you online and on the ground.
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